Air-Fryer Vegetarian 'Beef'-Style Mushroom & Walnut Koftas with Sumac Yogurt Sauce
Savor these hearty, air-fried koftas made with mushrooms, walnuts, and bulgur for a satisfying vegetarian twist on classic beef koftas, served with a tangy sumac yogurt sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or party appetizers, these koftas are crisp outside and tender inside.
- 3 cups cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 cup bulgur wheat, cooked and cooled
- 1/2 cup onion, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp sumac
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté mushrooms and onion in olive oil for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, cook 1 minute, and let cool.
⏱️ 6 minutesIn a bowl, combine mushroom mixture, walnuts, bulgur, parsley, cumin, smoked paprika, soy sauce, panko, salt, and black pepper. Mix until cohesive and firm enough to shape.
⏱️ 2 minutesForm mixture into 16 small oval koftas. Lightly brush or spray with oil.
⏱️ 3 minutesPreheat air-fryer to 380°F. Arrange koftas in basket in a single layer and air-fry for 10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
⏱️ 10 minutes 🌡️ 380°FIn a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, sumac, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt for sauce. Serve koftas hot with sumac yogurt sauce.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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